TV channels & antenna towers in Lowell, Arkansas

Lowell has 38 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, CW and Univision. About 18 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is KKAF-LD, 8.1 miles to the SSW.

38TV transmitters within 70 miles
7networks over the air
8.1 mito the closest tower
8,549population

Network channels in Lowell

StationChannelDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
UNIKWNL-CDUnivision14 8.1 mi203° SSW GoodWinslow, AR
NBCKNWA-TVNBC51 15 mi42° NE StrongRogers, AR
CWKHOG-TVCW29.2 17 mi171° S GoodFayetteville, AR
CBSKFSM-TVCBS5 29 mi183° S GoodFort Smith, AR
FOXKFTA-TVFox24 38 mi181° S GoodFort Smith, AR
MeTVKXMP-LDMeTV8 52 mi95° E PoorHarrison, AR
ABCKODE-TVABC12 61 mi338° NNW FairJoplin, MO
NBCKSNFNBC16 61 mi338° NNW FairJoplin, MO

Over-the-air TV in Lowell

With roughly 8,550 residents, Lowell is a town in Arkansas. Within 70 miles of the town center we count 38 licensed TV transmitters: 11 full-power, 7 Class A and 20 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 18 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 13 at good or strong strength.

14 of them are within 25 miles of Lowell, 5 sit 25 to 45 miles away and 19 are more than 45 miles out. Two of the 8 network stations in range are licensed to Fort Smith, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Fort Smith's stations.

The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 12 (KODE-TV), CBS on channel 5 (KFSM-TV), NBC on channel 51 (KNWA-TV), Fox on channel 24 (KFTA-TV), CW on channel 29.2 (KHOG-TV), Univision on channel 14 (KWNL-CD) and MeTV on channel 8 (KXMP-LD). Spanish-language viewers can pick up Univision (good signal). 5 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.

Which way to point your antenna in Lowell

The main network towers around Lowell are in different directions: CBS 183° S (29 mi), NBC 42° NE (15 mi) and Fox 181° S (38 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

Two network stations, KODE-TV and KSNF, transmit from the same tower site about 61 miles north of Lowell (338° NNW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.

Of the 7 full-power and Class A network signals that reach Lowell at fair strength or better, 43% arrive from the south; the rest are spread across three other directions.

All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from Lowell, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.

Antenna and amplifier advice for Lowell

The farthest main network tower for Lowell is KFTA-TV (Fox), 38 miles away with a good estimated signal. That is why we suggest an amplified indoor or attic antenna here.

KODE-TV (ABC), 61 miles north, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.

KNWA-TV is only 15 miles away with a strong signal. Signals that strong can overload an amplifier, so start without one and add it only if distant channels are missing. Read when an amplifier helps.

Other stations near Lowell

Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal. Showing the closest 25 of 30; see all in the finder.

StationDistancePoint antennaEst. signalLicensed to
KKAF-LDLow power8.1 mi 203° SSWGoodFayetteville, AR
KPBI-CDClass A8.1 mi 203° SSWGoodBentonville, AR
KFFS-CDClass A8.1 mi 203° SSWGoodFayetteville, AR
KAJL-LDLow power8.1 mi 203° SSWGoodFayetteville, AR
KFLU-LDLow power8.1 mi 203° SSWFairFayetteville, AR
KEGW-CDClass A8.2 mi 204° SSWGoodSiloam Springs, AR
KWFT-LDLow power8.2 mi 204° SSWGoodSiloam Springs, AR
K28NT-DLow power14 mi 302° WNWFairBentonville & Rogers, AR
KWOGFull power14 mi 198° SSWGoodSpringdale, AR
KXNWFull power15 mi 42° NEGoodEureka Springs, AR
K12XB-DLow power22 mi 71° ENEWeakEureka Springs, AR
KAFTFull power31 mi 169° SFairFayetteville, AR
KQRY-LDLow power32 mi 184° SWeakLowell, AR
KJNM-LDLow power35 mi 30° NNEWeakCassville, MO
K21JS-DLow power51 mi 91° EPoorHarrison, AR
KHMF-LDLow power52 mi 195° SSWPoorFort Smith, AR
KXKY-LDLow power52 mi 195° SSWPoorFort Smith, AR
K36II-DLow power54 mi 339° NNWPoorJoplin, MO
KQRY-LDLow power57 mi 193° SSWPoorFort Smith, AR
KSJF-CDClass A57 mi 193° SSWPoorFort Smith, AR
KFDF-CDClass A57 mi 193° SSWPoorFort Smith, AR
K20OL-DLow power57 mi 193° SSWPoorFort Smith, AR
K17DL-DLow power58 mi 54° NEPoorBranson, MO
KJLN-LDLow power60 mi 340° NNWPoorJoplin, MO
KOZJFull power61 mi 338° NNWWeakJoplin, MO

How Lowell compares with the rest of Arkansas

With 18 stations at fair strength or better, Lowell ranks 26th of 214 places in Arkansas: more than the typical Arkansas town (10). Its nearest major network tower is 8.1 miles away, against a state median of 29 miles.

38% of Arkansas's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an amplified indoor or attic antenna. The nearest larger city is Springdale, 4.7 miles away.

Setting up an antenna in Lowell: step by step

  1. Mount the antenna in the attic or high on the wall facing the towers, keeping the cable to the TV as short as you can.
  2. Point it toward 181° S, the direction of KFTA-TV (Fox), 38 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
  3. Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
  4. Expect around 18 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
  5. Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.

Frequently asked questions

What channel is ABC in Lowell, AR?

ABC is on channel 12 from KODE-TV, broadcasting from 61 miles NNW of Lowell. Estimated signal: fair.

What channel is CBS in Lowell, AR?

CBS is on channel 5 from KFSM-TV, broadcasting from 29 miles S of Lowell. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is NBC in Lowell, AR?

NBC is on channel 51 from KNWA-TV, broadcasting from 15 miles NE of Lowell. Estimated signal: strong.

What channel is Fox in Lowell, AR?

Fox is on channel 24 from KFTA-TV, broadcasting from 38 miles S of Lowell. Estimated signal: good.

What channel is CW in Lowell, AR?

CW is on channel 29.2 from KHOG-TV, broadcasting from 17 miles S of Lowell. Estimated signal: good.

How many channels can I get with an antenna in Lowell?

38 transmitters within 70 miles of Lowell; around 18 of them are likely to be receivable with amplified indoor or attic antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.

Which direction should I point my TV antenna in Lowell?

The main network towers around Lowell are in different directions: CBS 183° S (29 mi), NBC 42° NE (15 mi) and Fox 181° S (38 mi). Aim at the farthest one you want first, or use a multi-directional antenna.

What kind of antenna do I need in Lowell?

Amplified indoor or attic antenna (25–45 miles). Towers are at medium range. An amplified indoor antenna can work; an attic-mounted antenna is the safer choice. The towers are spread over about 141° of the compass, so a multi-directional antenna or a rotator will help. Picking up ABC from up to 61 miles away would take an outdoor antenna.

Do I need an antenna amplifier in Lowell?

KODE-TV (ABC), 61 miles north, is the exception: the nearest listed affiliate of its network is far enough away to need an outdoor antenna. Some local stations in our data carry no network tag, so check the other stations table below before buying a bigger antenna just for that one.

Is there an app to find TV towers in Lowell?

Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.

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More: all TV stations in Arkansas · South region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of Lowell; signal estimates ignore terrain.